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Derk Purcell

Oncology

Derk Purcell, M.D.

Assistant Clinical Professor of Neuroradiology, University of California San Francisco

San Francisco, CA

Derk D. Purcell, MD, is a board-certified neuroradiologist practicing in San Francisco, California, with over 20 years of experience. He specializes in diagnostic imaging of the brain, spine, and nervous system, with top areas of expertise including stroke, melorheostosis, osteopenia, bronchogenic cyst, and thrombectomy-related conditions. Dr. Purcell performs advanced neuroimaging techniques for conditions such as arteriovenous malformations, subarachnoid hemorrhage, vein of Galen aneurysm, neu

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23+

Years in Practice

Credentials

Board Certifications

  • Neuroradiology (American Board of Radiology)
  • Diagnostic Radiology (American Board of Radiology)

Education & Training

  • University of California San Francisco School of Medicine — M.D., 2003
  • University of California (San Francisco) — Fellowship, Neuroradiology, 2008-2009
  • University of California (San Francisco) — Residency, Diagnostic Radiology, 2004-2008
  • St. Mary's Hospital and Medical Center — Internship, Internal Medicine, 2003-2004

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Radiation Oncology

Conditions & Treatments

Radiation TherapyCancer SurgeryAlzheimer's DiseaseDementia & Cognitive Disorders

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

  • CPMC Davies Campus
  • CPMC Mission Bernal Campus & Orthopedic Institute
  • Sutter Lakeside Hospital
  • UCSF Medical Center
  • CPMC Van Ness Campus

Languages

English[6]

Experience

23+ years in practice